MEMO FOR: AMERICAN OLYMPIC ATHLETES
By Andy Weddington
Sunday, 08 February 2026
The only victory that counts is the one over yourself. - Jesse Owens
Compete!
Be the sportsman - that mysterious blend of anger, blood, confidence, disappointment, discipline, euphoria, fight, frustration, grace, humility, practice, sacrifice, self-control, skill, sweat, talent, tears, training and more that marks the elite extraordinary professional.
Be the ambassador - that proud protective patriot - who through thought, word, deed leads; draped with gold, silver, bronze or not.
Be the example - in victory, in defeat.
Be the winner, at all times, in conduct.
That's what counts.
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